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5 hours ago in Lifestyle

Travelers face higher costs and fewer flight options as jet fuel prices swing

A new reality is setting in for travelers worldwide: rising fees, fewer flight options and difficult decisions about whether a trip is worth the cost.

9 hours ago in Business, Community, Lifestyle, Local

Study: Storefront vacancy rate in Ithaca falls from 2025

Ithaca's vacancy rate among stores is down to 10.9%.

10 hours ago in Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

ITH to host Community Art Gala on Saturday

On April 11, the event, "Where Culture Takes Flight," will feature local artwork, live music, vendors, and a variety of family-friendly activities.

1 day ago in Community, Environment, Lifestyle, Local

CCE to host seed-sharing events Saturday in Tioga County

On April 11, Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) will host two seed-sharing events for gardeners with expert volunteers on hand to assist.

1 day ago in Business, Community, Food & Music, Lifestyle, Local

Trumansburg restaurant expands menu after liquor license approval

After months of waiting, El Amigo Tacos and Tequila’s liquor license has been approved.

1 day ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local

Community food drive Saturday in Dryden

On April 11, firefighters will collect non-perishable food items, pet food, and personal hygiene products for community members in need.

2 days ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Politics

What to know about Cortland County Safe Passing Law

The Cortland County Safe Passing Law clearly defines a safe distance between vehicles and 'vulnerable road users,' Legislator Beau Harbin says.

2 days ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Over $3.7 million headed to Southern Tier farms for climate resilience projects

On March 30, over $3.7 million in funding was announced for 33 farmers in the region to combat the impacts of climate change.

Sports

5 hours ago in Sports, Trending

A wild hook and a big leg kick as Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and Tom Watson open the Masters

The Masters got started beneath whispy white clouds and a bright blue spring sky Thursday when Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Watson once again struck the ceremonial tee shots down the first fairway at Augusta National.

8 hours ago in Community, Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

Ithaca College men’s lacrosse rallies to beat RIT

On Wednesday, the Bombers netted three straight goals in the fourth quarter to top RIT.

22 hours ago in Sports

Sue Bird to serve as an NBC studio analyst for WNBA broadcasts this season

Hall of Famer Sue Bird watched the W NBA on NBC growing up and now she'll be part of the network's broadcasts of the league.

1 day ago in Sports

Back in Ann Arbor, Dusty May tells jubilant Michigan fans: ‘This trophy is yours’

Top-ranked Michigan returned to campus as national champions on Tuesday, and coach Dusty May told the fans who greeted them at the Crisler Center that "this trophy is yours."

1 day ago in Sports

Fernando Mendoza to watch the NFL draft from Miami with family and friends, AP source says

Fernando Mendoza, expected to go first overall to the Las Vegas Raiders, will watch the NFL draft with family and friends in Miami, someone with knowledge of the quarterback's plans said Tuesday.

1 day ago in Sports

Avalanche clinch top spot in Western Conference and shift focus to bigger goals

Colorado Avalanche coach Jared Bednar isn't ready to plan any parades just yet. Moments after the Avalanche beat the St. Louis Blues 3-1 on Tuesday night to clinch Central Division and top seed in the Western Conference, Bednar was already focusing on the next step toward the ultimate goal of a Stanley Cup.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Regional, Sports

Binghamton Rumble Ponies approach home opener doubleheader

The Binghamton Rumble Ponies play their first home games of the season today.

2 days ago in Sports

The NBA’s stretch run has arrived. Here’s a look at what’s happening

A busy 10-game NBA slate awaits on Tuesday, and some clarity might come in terms of who'll end up seeded where.

National

1 day ago in National

Trump-endorsed Republican Clay Fuller wins Marjorie Taylor Greene’s former House seat in Georgia

Republican Clay Fuller on Tuesday won Marjorie Taylor Greene's former U.S. House seat in Georgia, turning back a Democratic challenge with the help of President Donald Trump's endorsement despite uneasiness over the war in Iran.

1 day ago in National

Rex Heuermann to plead guilty in the Gilgo Beach killings, ending long search for a serial killer

A Long Island architect accused in a string of long-unsolved slayings known as the Gilgo Beach killings is expected to plead guilty on Wednesday, closing a case that bedeviled investigators, agonized victims' relatives and tantalized a true-crime obsessed public for years.

1 day ago in National, Trending

Route 66, a quintessential American road trip heavy on kitsch and history, turns 100

Route 66 marks its 100th anniversary this year. Despite losing its status decades ago as one of the nation's main arteries, people from around the world still flock to it to take perhaps the quintessential American road trip and soak in its neon lights, kitschy motels and attractions, and culinary offerings.

3 days ago in Business, Community, Local, National, Regional, World

Ithaca gas prices hit $4 a gallon, AAA says

Triple A says the average price of gas has reached four dollars a gallon in Ithaca, an increase of eight cents since last Monday, March 30th.

6 days ago in National, Trending

US employers added a surprisingly strong 178,000 jobs last month, rebounding from a weak February

American employers added a surprisingly strong 178,000 new jobs last month, rebounding from a dismal February. And the unemployment...

6 days ago in National, Trending

The Latest: US and Israel are trying to rescue fighter jet crew in Iran, Israeli source says

The U.S. military launched a rescue operation Friday after Iranian state media reported that an American fighter jet went down and at least...

1 week ago in Entertainment, National, Trending

The Latest: Artemis II fully fueled for NASA’s historic return to the moon

NASA's launch team has loaded more than 700,000 gallons of fuel into the 32-story Space Launch System rocket, setting the stage for the Artemis II mission crew members to board...

2 weeks ago in National

A 14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont’s general election ballot

Looking back, gubernatorial candidate Dean Roy says his political ambitions started in the eighth grade. And by that he means, last year. After working as a legislative page at the Vermont Statehouse, the 14-year-old freshman at Stowe High School now has his sights set on the corner office.

Local News from 607NewsNow

1 hour ago in Community, Environment, Local, Politics

Danby amends zoning code to address data centers

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Definitions for cyber mining facilities and data centers are being added to the town’s zoning code, the Danby Town Board having approved the changes on April 7th.

8 hours ago in Community, Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

Ithaca College men’s lacrosse rallies to beat RIT

On Wednesday, the Bombers netted three straight goals in the fourth quarter to top RIT.

8 hours ago in Community, Environment, Local

Elevated wildfire risk in Ithaca area, forecasters say

A combination of 20-to-30-mile-an-hour wind gusts and humidity between 20 and 35 percent means an elevated risk of wildfire across the Southern Tier.

9 hours ago in Business, Community, Lifestyle, Local

Study: Storefront vacancy rate in Ithaca falls from 2025

Ithaca's vacancy rate among stores is down to 10.9%.

9 hours ago in Business, Community, Local, Politics

Ithaca appoints new city controller, HR director

The Ithaca Common Council approved the appointments of city controller and HR director on Apr. 8.

Entertainment

5 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Thousands of fans gather as BTS launches world tour in South Korea

A huge crowd of BTS fans packed into a stadium near Seoul on Thursday to see the K-pop supergroup kick off their long-awaited world tour.

5 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley lead 2026 ACM Awards nominations dominated by women

Megan Moroney leads the 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards with nine nominations. That includes a first-time nomination for the top prize of the night, entertainer of the year, as well as director and artist-songwriter of the year. She's also received her third consecutive nominations for female artist and visual media of the year.

8 hours ago in Community, Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

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